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Normanton upon Soar Tourist Information


Normanton on Soar is a small, pretty, well kept 12th century village which sits on the border of Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire. It has several interesting historical features which allow the visitor a meaningful glimpse of the past.

One of the main features of the village is the 12th century parish church of St James. The keys to the church can be requested and this allows an opportunity to explore the interesting interior and to absorb the historical information displayed.

Also there is a 15th century rectangular Dovecote with 17th century additions, and The Old Post Office complete with thatched roof.

Another feature of the village is the Chain Ferry. This is a restored example of a unique and rare type of ferry used to cross the River Soar. The Ferry is situated behind the Ferry house and can be reached via a signed footpath. There is a tourist information board giving details of the history of the ferry.

A pleasant pub is situated on the main street and has a lovely riverside location. This pub has an interesting past, being a place where a wharf once existed many years ago to facilitate the landing of coal.

With local footpaths for walks, and the churchyard and pub providing riverside views, Normanton on Soar is well worth a visit.

Description by Brenda Playfair

 

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St James Church © Andrew H Jackson 2007
St James Church © Andrew H Jackson 2007
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Attractions near Normanton upon Soar
Great Central Railway (2 Miles)*
The Great Central Railway is Britain's only double track main line heritage railway. The stations of this railway are restored to different periods of the main line's history.
The Donington Grand Prix Collection (7 Miles)*
Take a lap around the World's largest collection of Grand Prix cars at the Donington Grand Prix Collection, and start an incredible journey through motor sport history.
Snibston (7 Miles)*
Snibston is set on the site of a former colliery and consists of an award winning interactive museum, scheduled ancient colliery buildings, the Century Theatre, and a one hundred acre country park and nature reserve.
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Hotels near Normanton upon Soar
Compass Hotel Loughborough (1 Mile)*
The Compass Hotel Loughborough is located just 1/2 miles away from Junction 23 of the M1 and only a few minutes drive from the University Town of Loughborough, which boasts an excellent market and is 5 miles from East Midlands Airport.
imago at Burleigh Court (1 Mile)*
Located in the heart of the country, close to J23 of the M1, 8 miles from East Midlands Airport. Within easy reach of many local attractions including the National Space Centre, Alton Towers, Sherwood Forest and the Peak District.
Old Manor Hotel (1 Mile)*
The Old Manor Hotel is a comfortable privately owned hotel, in the attractive, 500 year old former manor house.The hotel enjoys a quiet central location, overlooking the fine parish church, just 5 minutes walk from the centre.
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Self Catering near Normanton upon Soar
The Little Barn (7 Miles)*
The Little Barn is situated in the pretty South Nottinghamshire Village of Wysall. The property stands adjacent to the original farmyard of Rectory Farm, a Grade II listed building.
Old Guadaloupe Cottage (14 Miles)*
New for 2008, this lovely cottage is very spacious with original beams and finished to a high standard.
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